Matcha chia seed pudding

If you’ve ever wished your morning matcha could magically turn into breakfast, this recipe is for you.

This Matcha Chia Seed Pudding has been one of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts lately. It’s creamy, lightly sweet, packed with protein and fiber, and gives all the cozy coffee shop vibes without requiring you to leave the house before 8 a.m.

I love making a batch at night, popping it in the fridge, and waking up knowing breakfast is already handled. Add some fresh berries, granola, or a drizzle of almond butter and it honestly feels like something you’d order from a cute wellness café.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Tastes like a creamy vanilla matcha latte
• Easy to prep ahead for busy mornings
• Packed with fiber from chia seeds
• Protein-packed with yogurt and optional collagen or protein powder
• Naturally sweetened with maple syrup
• Customizable with endless topping options

Ingredients

• ¼ cup chia seeds
• ½ cup thick yogurt of choice
• ½ teaspoon matcha powder
• 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt
• ½ scoop vanilla protein powder or collagen (optional)
• 1 cup milk of choice

Instructions

Add the yogurt, milk, matcha powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, sea salt, and protein powder or collagen (if using) to a bowl or jar.

Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.

Stir in the chia seeds and mix well.

Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, then stir once more to help prevent clumps.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight is even better.

By morning, you’ll have a thick, creamy matcha chia pudding ready to go.

Top with your favorites and enjoy.

My Favorite Toppings

This is where the fun begins.

I love topping mine with:

• Fresh strawberries
• Blueberries
• Granola
• Coconut flakes
• Sliced banana
• Hemp hearts
• Almond butter
• A little extra matcha dusted on top

Honestly, whatever you have in the fridge works.

Tips

• Use a matcha you actually enjoy drinking—the flavor really shines here.
• Start with 1 tablespoon maple syrup and add more if you like your matcha sweeter.
• If the pudding thickens too much overnight, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
• Make a double batch and thank yourself later.

Final Thoughts

I love recipes that make healthy eating feel easy, and this one checks every box.

It’s simple, satisfying, packed with nourishing ingredients, and feels a little more exciting than the usual breakfast routine.

Plus, anything that tastes like a matcha latte and can be prepped the night before is a win in my book.

If you make it, tag me on Instagram @whatrobineats so I can see your version. And if you add a topping combo I need to try, definitely let me know.

Matcha chia seed pudding

This Matcha Chia Seed Pudding is a creamy, make-ahead breakfast made with matcha, yogurt, chia seeds, and a touch of maple syrup. Packed with protein and fiber, it tastes like a vanilla matcha latte in pudding form and is perfect for busy mornings

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Ingredients

  

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• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 cup thick yogurt of choice
• 1/2 tsp matcha powder
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• pinch of sea salt
• 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder of choice (i link my fav in blog post above)
• 1 cup milk of choice

Instructions

 

• Add the yogurt, milk, matcha powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, sea salt, and protein powder or collagen (if using) to a bowl or jar.
• Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
• Stir in the chia seeds and mix well.
• Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, then stir once more to help prevent clumps.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight is even better.
• By morning, you’ll have a thick, creamy matcha chia pudding ready to go.
• Top with your favorites and enjoy.

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